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Bermans Oversees Buyout of North Wales Haulage and Vehicle Servicing Business
Bermans has helped oversee an acquisition of NPC Commercials, a North Wales haulage and vehicle servicing and repairs business.
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Agency agreements in the UK: what businesses must get right
Richard Riley
Appointing a commercial agent can assist a business to enter new markets and can accelerate growth but only if the legal foundations are sound.
Continue ReadingDavid Crank
David Crank joined Bermans in August 2025 and is a Solicitor and Head of Licensing.
David leads Bermans licensing offering. He advises leisure and hospitality clients across England, Scotland and Wales — including hotel and restaurant chains and sports clubs — on premises licensing for alcohol and entertainment.
Continue ReadingMajor Proposed Changes to Whistleblowing Under the Employment Rights Bill
Adrian Fryer
Recent proposed amendments to the Employment Rights Bill includes sweeping reforms to the UK’s whistleblowing regimen. While these proposals are not yet backed by the government and are therefore unlikely to pass, they do offer significant changes, which if passed, would have meaningful implications.
Continue ReadingProposed Employment Bill Amendments: What you need to know about zero-hour contracts
Sophie Robertson
The Employment Rights Bill continues to evolve, with several recent amendments proposed. While these changes are not backed by the government and are therefore unlikely to pass, they reflect the ongoing debate around workers’ rights and employer obligations. The key proposed amendments in respect of Zero Hour Contracts include:
Continue ReadingDay one protection from unfair dismissal: What the new Employment Rights Bill could mean for you
Adrian Fryer
Big changes are on the horizon for UK employment law. The new Employment Rights Bill poses a major shift in how unfair dismissal rights are applied. Here’s what you need to know:
Continue ReadingA softer touch on ‘Fire and Rehire’? A proposal to ease clause 26 in the Employment Rights Bill
Sophie Robertson
The Employment Rights Bill is shaping up to be one of the most significant reforms in decades. A key change is within clause 26, which in its original form, would ban employers from dismissing staff who refuse to accept variations to their employment contracts. But recent proposed amendments suggest a more flexible approach may be on the horizon.
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Job Title Finance Litigation Lawyer
Continue ReadingA new era for workplace NDAs: Harassment and Discrimination cannot be silenced
Adrian Fryer
A new clause in the Employment Rights Bill has been proposed, which could mark a major shift in how employers manage allegations of harassment and discrimination.
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Saffa Ahmed
Paralegal
Saffa joined Bermans in July 2025 and is a Paralegal in our Litigation team in Manchester.
She assists in property disrepair cases, commercial leases and contract disputes. She often helps prepare bundles, take counsel notes and various other tasks.
Saffa studied Law at the University of Leeds, graduating in 2024.
Outside of work, Saffa enjoys reading and going to the gym. She also enjoys playing tennis with friends on a weekend (when the weather is nice!).
